David Fincher and Brad Pitt are reportedly joining forces once again, this time to bring to life a sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. According to The Playlist, the dynamic duo behind Se7en is set to revive a script originally penned by Tarantino, which could mark a significant addition to his illustrious filmography. The project is slated for Netflix, continuing Fincher's successful partnership with the streaming platform. If all goes as planned, the yet-to-be-titled sequel will see Pitt reprising his role as the charismatic stuntman, Cliff Booth.
The journey of this script to Fincher's hands is intriguing in itself. It's an evolved take on Tarantino's previously shelved project, The Movie Critic, which was initially considered to be the director's final film. Tarantino, however, was not ready to let the story die and has entrusted Fincher with its realization.
The Playlist reports that Netflix secured the screenplay for $20 million, with a hefty $200 million budget set aside for production. Filming is expected to begin in California in July, just three months away. While no additional casting has been confirmed, it appears that Leonardo DiCaprio will not be returning as Rick Dalton. Both Fincher and Pitt are reportedly prioritizing this project over all others.
Deadline has confirmed The Playlist's report, adding that Pitt received Tarantino's blessing to share the script with Fincher, leading to this unexpected development.
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, released in 2019, is widely regarded as a masterpiece in Tarantino's oeuvre. The anticipated sequel, potentially titled Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2, faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor's high standards. The original film concluded with a definitive ending, yet its universe has been further explored in other media.
In 2021, Tarantino released a novelization of the film, which delved deeper into the 1960s California setting and provided new insights into Cliff Booth's backstory, including the truth behind the mysterious death of his wife. This novelization may play a significant role in the upcoming sequel, though the extent of its influence remains to be seen.
For a deeper dive into Tarantino's work, you can explore his thoughts on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and how it compares to his other films. Additionally, our original review of the movie awarded it a 7.8 out of 10.
